Request Type: |
Interpretation |
Requesting Agency: |
Pennsylvania DOT |
State: |
PA |
Date of Request: |
3/2/1987 |
Topic: |
Use of Object Markers and Tubular Markers on Approach End of Median Island |
Affected Portions of 2009 MUTCD: |
Section 2C.64| Section 2C.65| Section 3H.01 |
FHWA Ruling: |
3/25/1987 – Median noses are not considered to be "in the roadway" and as such should be marked with Type 2 object markers; Type 1 and 3 object markers should be reserved for objects truly in the roadway; tubular markers may be used on median noses. |
Keywords: |
Pavement Markings| Signs - Warning; Object Markers |